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iParenT
User Guide
For Baby Scale model number 8320
Please read the safety information and user guide in this booklet carefully
before using your baby scale. Keep this user guide for future reference.
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Important Safety Information
Please read the following safety information before using your Baby Scales
8320. Please contact manufacturer before use if you have any questions.
WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could
result in death or serious injury. To avoid serious injury or death read and
adhere to the following instructions:
Babies move quickly and may fall off scales. To prevent serious injury an
adult must be close enough to hold baby at all times.
Keep baby in safe location while you prepare scales for weighing. Put
baby back in safe location immediately after weighing. Baby may fall off
scales if you get distracted.
Do not lift or fold scales with baby. Skin may get pinched and fingers
broken.
Place scales on hard level surface. Baby may roll off or fall off scales if
placed on uneven or soft surface.
Keep two arms length distance between scales and all other objects.
Baby may pull himself off scales or grab object and hurt himself with it.
Dry baby before weighing. Wet baby may slip off scales and get injured.
For use by adults only. Minors may be unable to understand or avoid
hazards to baby.
Keep plastic bag away from babies and children. Do not use plastic bag in
cribs, beds, carriages or playpens. Plastic bag is not a toy. The thin film
may cling to nose and mouth and prevent breathing.
Keep batteries out of reach of babies and small children at all times.
Choke hazard.
If a battery has leaked do not touch battery fluid. Clean with dry cloth and
avoid skin contact. Danger of skin irritation and burns.
Always replace entire set of batteries. Do not use rechargeable batteries.
Combination of old and new or rechargeable batteries may lead to
explosion and discharge of battery fluid.
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NOTICE indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result
in property damage. To avoid damage to your baby scale read and adhere
to following instructions:
In case of malfunction contact dealer or manufacturer. Unauthorized
modifications or repairs can damage your baby scales and will terminate
manufacturer warranty.
Scales must not get wet. Liquids (e.g. water, baby urine) can damage
scales. Use dry cloth such as towel to dry scales immediately after putting
baby back into safe location.
Open, close, and put down scales with care to avoid damage to hinge and
scale.
Do not use abrasive cleaners to avoid damage to surface.
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Contents
Chapter 1: At a Glance.........................................................................................5
1.1 Purpose and Specifications.......................................................................5
1.2 Certification and Compliance ....................................................................5
Chapter 2: Getting Started ..................................................................................7
2.1 Safety Instructions......................................................................................7
2.2 Prepare the scale for weighing..................................................................8
2.3 Battery use...................................................................................................8
Chapter 3: Using the scale..................................................................................9
3.1 Safety Instructions......................................................................................9
3.2 Weighing and Taring.................................................................................10
3.3 Saving function .........................................................................................11
3.4 Change the unit from lb to kg..................................................................11
Chapter 4: Data Transfer ...................................................................................12
4.1 Safety Instructions....................................................................................12
4.2 Pairing ........................................................................................................12
4.3 Weight Transfer.........................................................................................13
4.4 Bluetooth™ Activation/Deaktivation.......................................................13
4.5 Note ............................................................................................................13
Chapter 5: Tips and Troubleshooting..............................................................14
5.1 Eliminating Errors.....................................................................................14
5.2 Cleaning .....................................................................................................14
5.3 Maintenance ..............................................................................................14
5.4 Disposal and Recycling Information.......................................................15
5.5 Legal Information......................................................................................15
Designed & developed by BodyTel Scales Solutions
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Chapter 1: At a Glance
1.1 Purpose and Specifications
The iParenT Baby Scale is designed for weighing infants up to 26 inches height
and 33 lbs body weight for indoor use only.
This product is intended for home use by consumers only. This is not a medical
device. Do not make any medical assumptions or decisions based on the results
provided by this scale. If you have any medical questions or concerns regarding
your baby’s health please contact your pediatrician.
1.2 Certification and Compliance
This scale complies with the relevant requirements of EU directives:
> 1999/5/EC, 1999/519/EC, EN 301 489-1 V.8.1 (2008-04), EN 301 489-17
V2.1.1 (2009-05), EN 300 328 V1.7.1 (2006-10)
> FCC-ID: TQ6BTMDC747
> 2004/108/EC, EN 60601-1-2 (2007) EMC
> 2001/95/EC General Product Safety Directive
> 1907/2006/EC REACH
> 2002/95/EC ROHS
> 2002/96/EC WEEE
> 2006/95/EC Low Voltage Directive
> 2006/66/EC Battery Directive
> 76/69/EC Hazardous Substances Directive
> 2005/84/EC Phthalate Directive
This device is interference-free in accordance with the relevant EU Directive
2004/108/EC. However, under extreme electrostatic or electromagnetic
interference, e.g. when operating a radio or mobile phone in the immediate
vicinity of the device, the displayed value can be falsified. After the interference
has ended, the product can be used again as intended, though it may be
necessary to switch it on again. The device is a measuring instrument. Drafts,
vibrations, rapid changes in temperature and direct sunlight can effect the
weighing results. The scale complies with protection class IP 54. High levels of
humidity, vapor, aggressive liquids and heavy dirt should be avoided.
FCC Compliance Statement
This device complies with part 15 of the FC rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that
may cause undesired operation.
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European Community Compliance Statement
The equipment complies with the RF Exposure Requirement 1999/519/EC,
Council Recommendation of 12 July 1999 on the limitation of exposure of the
general public to electromagnetic fields (0-300 GHz). This wireless device
complies with the R&TTE Directive.
EU Declaration of Conformity
Hereby, BodyTel Scales Solutions declares that this scale and Bluetooth device
is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of
Directive 1999/5/EC.
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Chapter 2: Getting Started
2.1 Safety Instructions
WARNING: To avoid serious injury keep baby in safe location while you
prepare scales for weighing. Babies move quickly and may fall off scales if you
get distracted. (Illustration 1 + 2)
WARNING: Place scales on hard level surface. Baby may roll off or fall of
scales and get injured if scale is placed on uneven or soft surface. (Illustration 3)
WARNING: Keep two arms length distance between scales and all other
objects. Baby may pull himself off scales and get injured or grab object and hurt
himself with it.
WARNING: Keep plastic bag away from babies and children. Do not use
plastic bag in cribs, beds, carriages or playpens. Plastic bag is not a toy. The thin
film may cling to nose and mouth and prevent breathing.
WARNING: Keep batteries out of reach of babies and small children at all
times. Choke hazard.
WARNING: If a battery has leaked do not touch battery fluid. Clean with dry
cloth and avoid skin contact. Danger of skin irritation and burns.
WARNING: Always replace entire set of batteries. Do not use rechargeable
batteries. Combination of old and new or rechargeable batteries may lead to
explosion and discharge of battery fluid.
NOTICE: Open, close, and put down scales with care to avoid damage to hinge
and scale.
Illustration 1: Illustration 2:
Illustration 3:
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2.2 Prepare the scale for weighing
Illustration 4:
> Unpack the scale from packaging and remove
the plastic bag
> Remove the bottom of the scale (see illustration 4)
> Open the battery cover in the inner part of the Illustration 5:
scale and insert the batteries (4 x 1,5 V AAA).
Consider polarity (see illustration 5)
Illustration 6:
> Open the scale while pulling the handles apart
and swing it open until it’s even on the surface
(see illustration 6)
> The scale is in the correct weighing position Illustration 7:
(see illustration 7)
2.3 Battery use
Battery requirement: 4 x 1,5V AAA alkaline
NOTICE: To avoid damage due to battery leakage:
- Be sure to position + and – symbols as indicated on battery compartment.
- Never mix old and new batteries.
- Always remove exhausted batteries from product.
- Never use a screwdriver or any metal tool to pry batteries from compartment,
doing so may short circuit supply terminals.
- Only batteries of the same or equal type as recommended are to be used.
- The supply terminal is not to be short circuited.
- Remove batteries before putting scale into storage for a prolonged period of
time. After removal of batteries repairing has to be performed.
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Chapter 3: Using the scale
3.1 Safety Instructions
WARNING: Babies move quickly and may fall off scales. To prevent serious
injury an adult must be close enough to hold baby at all times. (Illustration 8)
WARNING: Do not lift or fold scales with baby. Skin may get pinched and
fingers broken. (Illustration 9)
WARNING: Dry baby before weighing. Wet baby may slip off scales and get
injured.
WARNING: Put baby back in safe location immediately after weighing.
Baby may fall off scales and get injured if you get distracted.
WARNING: For use by adults only. Minors may be unable to understand or
avoid injury hazards to baby.
NOTICE: Open, close, and put down scales with care to avoid damage to hinge
and scale.
Illustration 8:
Illustration 9:
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3.2 Weighing and Taring
> Switching-on the Scale Illustration 10:
Press the button on the right-hand side of the display
to switch the scale on (see illustration 10)
> Towels can be put on the scale to give the baby Illustration 11:
a soft laying sensation (see illustration 11)
> Press the Tare-key to eliminate the weight of Illustration 12:
the towel (see illustration 12)
> The scale subtracts the weight of the towel and Illustration 13:
shows zero again (see illustration 13)
> Now you can get baby from safe location Illustration 14:
(see illustration 14)
> Place baby in a central position on the scale Illustration 15:
(see illustration 15).
Make sure baby is not holding anything. Keep
hands close to baby (without touching).
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> The weight is shown on the display Illustration 16:
(see illustration 16)
> Put baby back to safe location immediately. Illustration 17:
(see illustration 17)
> Switching-off the scale Illustration 18:
The scale switches off automatically after 2.5 minutes.
You can switch it off manually with the On-/Off-button
on the right-hand side of the display.
3.3 Saving function
To recall stored weighing results, press the MR-key. First it shows the number of
the data record and after two seconds the weighing result. This procedure is
repeated for all stored weighing results. The scale can store up to 10 values.
3.4 Change the unit from lb to kg
When the scale is switched-on, press the MR-key at least 15 seconds until the
weight unit switches from lb/oz to kg or vice versa.
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Chapter 4: Data Transfer
4.1 Safety Instructions
WARNING: To prevent serious injury put baby back in safe location
immediately after weighing. Babies move quickly and may fall off scales.
NOTICE: Do not exceed the maximum capacity of 33 lbs to avoid damage to
scale.
NOTICE: In case of malfunction contact dealer or manufacturer. Unauthorized
modifications or repairs can damage your baby scales and will terminate
manufacturer warranty.
NOTICE: Scales must not get wet. Liquids (e.g. water, baby urine) can damage
scales. Use dry cloth such as towel to dry scales immediately after putting baby
back into safe location.
4.2 Pairing
> Start Bluetooth™ connection on your iDevice under Settings/General/Bluetooth
> Switch-on the scale
> The scale shows “Pair” in the display and the blue LED flashes fast
> Select the baby scale “iParenT” on your iDevice to start the pairing process
> iDevice confirmes pairing with “connected” and afterwards in the battery saving
modus with “not connected”
> The scale is successfully paired with the iDevice
> All weighing results will be sent to this iDevice
> To pair the scale with another device, remove the batteries when the scale is
switched-on and pair the new device as described above
> Close the setting mode on your iDevice before you go on with the weighing
procedure
> Load the App “iParenT” from the App-store to your iDevice
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4.3 Weight Transfer
> Switch-on the scale Illustration 19:
> The Bluetooth module is activated when the blue LED
flashes every 2 seconds
> Place the baby centrally on the scale
> When the weight is stable, the weighing result
(and saved weighing results) will be transferred
> The weight is imported in the iParenT App with the
corresponding date and time.*
> Remove the baby to go on with the next weighing;
otherwise the scale switches-off automatically
Note:
> The scale transfers only weighing results over
1,1 lbs/500 g, items below this weight can be tared.
> When pairing was not successful or data could not
be transferred, the scale shows “noApp”.
* Make sure that no other App is open. In case the iParenT App is not yet
installed, the iDevice asks you now to load the App from the App-store.
Further information to the App will be given on the internet:
www.bodytel-scalessolutions.com
4.4 Bluetooth™ Activation/Deaktivation
> The scales default setting is Bluetooth activated
> To deactivate the Bluetooth module hold the MR-key longer and press the
On/Off-key shortly. The blue LED will stop flashing.
> To activate the Bluetooth module use the same procedure as for deactivation.
The blue LED starts flashing every 2 seconds.
4.5 Note
Bluetooth™-Icon: The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered
trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such trademarks by
BodyTel Scales Solutions is under license.
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Chapter 5: Tips and Troubleshooting
5.1 Eliminating Errors
> Batteries are empty Illustration 20:
The display shows <Lo> when the batteries are empty.
Take out the empty batteries and use new ones.
(See illustration 20)
Note, after inserting batteries the repairing has to
be performed
> Overload Illustration 21:
The maximum capacity of the scale is 33 lb / 15 kg.
When there is more weight on the scale it shows O-Ld.
You have to remove the weight.
(See illustration 21)
NOTICE: Weight exceeding the capacity (33 lbs / 15 kg) may damage your
scale.
5.2 Cleaning
A damp cloth and commercially available cleaning agent are all that is required.
NOTICE: To avoid damage to surface do not use abrasive cleaners.
5.3 Maintenance
The technical control of measuring accuracy was carried out by the
manufacturer. The scale does not require routine maintenance. However, it is
advisable to check its accuracy at periodic intervals. The frequency of such
checks depends on the frequency of use and the state of the scale. If you find
any discrepancies (at 33 lbs ≥ 2 oz / 15 kg ≥ 50 g) you should contact your local
service partner. Repairs may only be carried out by workshops authorized by the
manufacturer using original parts.
Keep the original packaging in case it is necessary to return the scale.
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5.4 Disposal and Recycling Information
Your baby scale must be disposed of properly according to local laws and
regulations. Because it contains a battery, Baby Scale must be disposed of
separately from household waste. When your Baby Scale reaches its end of life,
contact our local service address or your local authorities to learn about recycling
options.
5.5 Legal Information
iPhone®, iPad® are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the USA and other
countries.
“Made for iPhone”, and “Made for iPad” mean that an electronic accessory has
been designed to connect specifically to iPhone or iPad respectively, and has
been certified by the developer to meet Apple performance standards. Apple is
not responsible for the operation of this device or its compliance with safety and
regulatory standards. Please note that the use of this accessory with iPhone and
iPad may affect wireless performance.
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Your local service-partner:
BodyTel Scales Solutions
580 Exchange Court
Aurora, IL 60504
Toll Free: 1-877-221-0148
[email protected]
How to get service:
Call BodyTel Scales Solutions toll free at 1-877-221-0148 before sending your
scale back.
Do not return to place of purchase.
www.bodytel-scalessolutions.com
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